What we’re about
Writing can feel like a solitary sport, can't it?
Often it's just you and the voices in your head.
Until now.
Phoenix Oasis Press is here to help you as you walk the brave path of bringing your words and vision to life.
We aim to be an oasis of inspiration and support for Arizona's aspiring, established, and 'I'm-not-really-a-writer' writers.
We create and host low and no-cost resources to help Arizona writers generate work, build skills, share their stories, and connect with the vibrant writing community across the Valley.
Craft, creativity, connection, growth, and support.
We're so glad you've found us.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- 2025 Anthology Theme Workshop - AIM HIGHLink visible for attendees
The Phoenix Oasis Press 2025 Anthology project is underway and this year's theme is Curiosity.
- Curiosity killed the cat, started revolutions, landed us on the moon, fueled great love stories, and led heroes astray.
- Curiosity is lightning in the dark, a magnetic pull, a magic doorway, and a social media rabbit hole leading where no one expected.
Submissions accepted March 1, 2025 to March 31, 2025.
TO HELP INTERESTED AUTHORS PREPARE, WE'RE HOSTING A SERIES OF WORKSHOPS LEADING UP TO THE OPEN SUBMISSION DATES.
- Workshops in this series are a FREE resource to help writers
- Workshops will help writers generate ideas, improve and fine-tune writing
- Workshops help writers better-understand what editors look for
- Attendance at the workshops is not a requirement for submission
These workshops are useful tools even if you aren’t planning to submit to the anthology this year.
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ABOUT WORKSHOP 2 - AIM HIGH - CRAFTING A STRONG SUBMISSION
We’re looking for your best writing, but what does that mean? We’ll tell you! Join for an exercise in ‘stunning sentences,’ discussion of ‘what makes a strong submission,’ and an overview of literary awards on our radar.- Award winning writing (examples of literary awards)
- Tools & Resources (grammar, workbooks, websites)
- Generative Writing: Sentences that Stun
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Submissions must have an Arizona connection, but we're pretty open on what that looks like. Meaning, you don't HAVE to live in Arizona right now to be eligible to submit.For example, were you...
- Born and raised in Arizona?
- Once vacationed in Arizona?
- Passed through Arizona on an interstate and marveled at the saguaros?
- Have a family connection in Arizona?
- Visited Arizona’s Grand Canyon?
- What’s your connection?
Join us and get curious.
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Phoenix Oasis Press offers low and no-cost resources to help Arizona authors generate work, build skills, share their stories, and connect with the vibrant writing community. Visit us to learn more about our programs, sign up for emails about our programs (including our anthology), and find blogs and podcast episodes featuring local authors. - Main Character Energy (Candle making workshop)Candle Chemistry Gilbert, Gilbert, AZ
Does your sci-fi novel smell like Montana skies and fizzling tech?
Does your romance series smell like beach-y waves and true love?
Is your memoir inspired by a relative whose scent has a hold on your memory?
What does your main character smell like?
What scents most inspire you to get into your writing zone?Get ready to explore scent-ology with us at Candle Chemistry in Gilbert, Arizona!
Creating a candle that encapsulates your work can help you:
- Get inspired to write. Light it as part of your writing ritual!
- Go deeper into your character. Define their scent as part of your character profile.
- Market your novel. Create a branded label and highlight your custom-made candle on your social feeds and at events.
- Generate revenue. Sell versions of your scent to your fans!
How this event works
- RSVP here - strict 16 person maximum
- We'll contact you to confirm your spot, and will email you a worksheet you can use to do some brainstorming leading up to the event
- You'll join us in-person at Candle Chemistry in Gilbert
- The scent-ologists will walk you through how to build your scent, which scents work better together, how to create labels, etc
- You'll mix and build your candle
- You pay Candle Chemistry directly for whatever you made / purchase - see options here!But wait, can't I do this on my own?
ABSOLUTELY! You can 100% go to any Candle Chemistry location across the valley and do this.Smells like inspiration and friendships
Joining us for our hosted event means you get to hang out with up to 16 other area writers, network and chat about your work, and have some fun together.Have questions before you RSVP? Drop us a line at [email protected].
- 2025 Anthology Theme Workshop - FEEDBACK & POLISHLink visible for attendees
The Phoenix Oasis Press 2025 Anthology project is underway and this year's theme is Curiosity.
- Curiosity killed the cat, started revolutions, landed us on the moon, fueled great love stories, and led heroes astray.
- Curiosity is lightning in the dark, a magnetic pull, a magic doorway, and a social media rabbit hole leading where no one expected.
Submissions accepted March 1, 2025 to March 31, 2025.
TO HELP INTERESTED AUTHORS PREPARE, WE'RE HOSTING A SERIES OF WORKSHOPS LEADING UP TO THE OPEN SUBMISSION DATES.
- Workshops in this series are a FREE resource to help writers
- Workshops will help writers generate ideas, improve and fine-tune writing
- Workshops help writers better-understand what editors look for
- Attendance at the workshops is not a requirement for submission
These workshops are useful tools even if you aren’t planning to submit to the anthology this year.
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ABOUT WORKSHOP 3 - FEEDBACK & POLISH
Feedback helps writers polish their work. Join this workshop for information on proofreading and beta reading support along with a small-group online critique component.- Proofreading
- Editing
- Beta Readers
- Critique options
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Submissions must have an Arizona connection, but we're pretty open on what that looks like. Meaning, you don't HAVE to live in Arizona right now to be eligible to submit.For example, were you...
- Born and raised in Arizona?
- Once vacationed in Arizona?
- Passed through Arizona on an interstate and marveled at the saguaros?
- Have a family connection in Arizona?
- Visited Arizona’s Grand Canyon?
- What’s your connection?
Join us and get curious.
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Phoenix Oasis Press offers low and no-cost resources to help Arizona authors generate work, build skills, share their stories, and connect with the vibrant writing community. Visit us to learn more about our programs, sign up for emails about our programs (including our anthology), and find blogs and podcast episodes featuring local authors. - 2025 Anthology Theme Workshop - FORMATTINGLink visible for attendees
The Phoenix Oasis Press 2025 Anthology project is underway and this year's theme is Curiosity.
- Curiosity killed the cat, started revolutions, landed us on the moon, fueled great love stories, and led heroes astray.
- Curiosity is lightning in the dark, a magnetic pull, a magic doorway, and a social media rabbit hole leading where no one expected.
Submissions accepted March 1, 2025 to March 31, 2025.
TO HELP INTERESTED AUTHORS PREPARE, WE'RE HOSTING A SERIES OF WORKSHOPS LEADING UP TO THE OPEN SUBMISSION DATES.
- Workshops in this series are a FREE resource to help writers
- Workshops will help writers generate ideas, improve and fine-tune writing
- Workshops help writers better-understand what editors look for
- Attendance at the workshops is not a requirement for submission
These workshops are useful tools even if you aren’t planning to submit to the anthology this year.
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ABOUT WORKSHOP 4 - FORMATTING IS YOUR FRIEND
Formatting matters, so we’re making it easy. Join us to learn what we’re looking for format-wise, how to submit, and what to expect after submission.- Submission Period
- Submission Process
- Submission Checklist
- What’s next?
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Submissions must have an Arizona connection, but we're pretty open on what that looks like. Meaning, you don't HAVE to live in Arizona right now to be eligible to submit.For example, were you...
- Born and raised in Arizona?
- Once vacationed in Arizona?
- Passed through Arizona on an interstate and marveled at the saguaros?
- Have a family connection in Arizona?
- Visited Arizona’s Grand Canyon?
- What’s your connection?
Join us and get curious.
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Phoenix Oasis Press offers low and no-cost resources to help Arizona authors generate work, build skills, share their stories, and connect with the vibrant writing community. Visit us to learn more about our programs, sign up for emails about our programs (including our anthology), and find blogs and podcast episodes featuring local authors.
